SAM #1232SA26Q0243

USDA ARS Sugarcane Research Unit seeks Siemens actuator replacements and peanut grading services in Schriever, LA

This opportunity involves the USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) Sugarcane Research Unit seeking qualified contractors for actuator replacement and peanut sample grading services at the Ardoyne farm headhouse in Schriever, Louisiana. - Government Buyer: - United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) - Agricultural Research Service (ARS) - Sugarcane Research Unit - Contracting officers: Ryan Herkimer, Richard Johnson - OEMs and Vendors: - Siemens (specified as the preferred actuator manufacturer; equivalents accepted) - Products/Services Requested: - Replacement of two actuators for Exhaust Fans 6 and 7 - Siemens GNP191.1P (Fail Safe, 53 lb-in, 24Vac/dc, universal control signal) or equal (Qty: 1) - Siemens GCA-166.U (OpenAir rotary spring return, 160 lb-in, 24 Vac/dc, 0-10 Vdc control, 90 sec run time, dual auxiliary switches) or equal (Qty: 1) - HORIZ UNI-TRAK TOP ASSY 52 IN, part number 546-00492 or equal (Qty: 1) - Labor, materials, and installation services for actuator replacement, including electrical disconnection, installation, testing, and cleanup - Grading of peanut samples at the SEA Sugarcane Research facility - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Actuators must be Siemens models or equivalent, with specified technical characteristics - Contractor must provide all labor, parts, and materials - Work to be performed Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. - Preference for small business contractors, including SBA-certified HUBZone, 8(a), Women-Owned, and Service Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses - Contract for peanut grading includes a one-year base period with four one-year option periods (up to five years total) - Place of Performance: - USDA ARS Sugarcane Research Unit, Ardoyne farm headhouse, 501 Bull Run Road, Schriever, LA 70395 - SEA Sugarcane Research facility, 501 Bull Run Road, Schriever, LA 70395 - Contracting Office: - USDA ARS AFM APD, 5601 Sunnyside Avenue, Beltsville, MD 20705

Description

A market survey is being conducted to determine if there are adequate Small Business, SBA-certified HUBZone, SBA-certified 8(a), Women-Owned, or Service Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) contractors available for a proposed project who meet the specific criteria outlined below.  This is not a solicitation Announcement or Request for Proposal.  It does not constitute any commitment by the Government.  No award will result from this notice.  The purpose is to conduct market research to gain knowledge of potentially qualified sources.  Responses to this Sources Sought Notice will be used by the Government to make an appropriate acquisition decision.  The USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) will not award a contract on the basis of responses or pay for the preparation of any information submitted.  Respondents will not be notified of the results of this notice.  After completing an analysis of the responses, the Government will determine whether to limit competition to 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, Women-Owned, or other small business firms, or to proceed with issuing an unrestricted solicitation, inviting full and open competition.

The USDA, ARS, Sugarcane Research Unit is currently in need of replacement of existing actuators with new actuators for Exhaust Fans 6 and 7 at the Ardoyne farm headhouse as per Statement of Work. This work will be completed at 501 Bull Run Road, Schriever, LA 70395. The NAICS is 561210. The business size is $47.0 million for small business.

Companies who have the experience, as well as an interest in doing business with ARS, should submit a Capabilities Statement which, for this notice, is not expected to be a proposal, but rather short statements regarding the company’s ability to demonstrate their expertise and experience in relation to the areas specified in this notice.  Companies should also indicate whether they are a Small Business, SBA-certified HUBZone, SBA-certified 8(a), SDVOSB, or Women-Owned Small Business.  Responses should be submitted by 4/10/2-26 to the attention of jovan.haynes@usda.gov at the address above.  Questions should be directed to Jovan Haynes at jovan.haynes@usda.gov

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